Secluded and Remote Holiday Cottages
Browse secluded and remote holiday cottages for a quieter UK break. This collection is designed to help you find stays in rural, coastal and lower-density settings, whether you want a peaceful base for walking, time outdoors or simply a change from everyday routines.
“Remote” and “secluded” are relative terms. A cottage may be near a village, reached along country lanes or form part of a rural site. It does not automatically mean off-grid, without neighbours or without Wi-Fi or mobile signal. Use the filters to narrow the results by destination, group size, dog-friendly stays and other requirements, then read each property description for the details of its setting.
Choose the right kind of secluded stay
| Your priority | Look for | Check before booking |
|---|---|---|
| A quieter base | A rural, coastal or low-density setting | The nearest village, local amenities and immediate surroundings |
| Greater privacy | Details of the cottage’s position, grounds or outlook | Nearby homes, other holiday units and shared outdoor areas |
| A remote dog-friendly break | Dog-friendly information and suitable outdoor space | Dog numbers, garden boundaries, livestock and local walking access |
| An off-grid or digital-detox stay | A property that specifically describes this feature | Electricity, heating, water, Wi-Fi and mobile-signal arrangements |
| A family or group escape | Space for your group and practical access | Parking, approach roads, local supplies and the journey after dark |
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
View Langstone Farm, a rural holiday home near Chagford, Devon, just two miles from the vibrant little town. This four-bedroom country haven offers a rustic interior with exposed beams, a fully equipped kitchen, and an inviting sitting room. Enjoy superb views, a tranquil pond, and ample off-road parking. Surrounded by green hills and close to wild moors, it's an ideal escape for a family or friends seeking a relaxing break in Dartmoor National Park. Discover more about this charming rural retreat by reading the fuller description.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
Part of two unique single-storey chalets deep in the hamlet of Heights of Achterneed, the Larchfield Chalet 2 offers a remote Highlands holiday home near Strathpeffer. It offers unbeatable views of Scotland’s gorgeous hillsides. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 9
- Bedrooms 4
Lees Farm is a large stone-built detached farmhouse surrounded by open countryside It captures stunning views of Priestcliffe and the Peak District and Derbyshire Dales. The pet-friendly cottage features country charm, modern comforts, ample grounds, open fires, and rare rural seclusion.
- Sleeps 10
- Bedrooms 5
This large Exmoor holiday home is in a beautiful secluded position surrounded by moorland near Simonsbath and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms. Limecombe is ideally located for walking and cycling holidays on Exmoor.
- Sleeps 12
- Bedrooms 6
This luxuriously furnished windmill, built in 1813 in the countryside near Usk in Monmouthshire, has been lovingly restored to create a large, quirky holiday cottage sleeping 12, close to the Brecon Beacons National Park. Pets are welcome.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
Lletty is a luxurious Grade-II listed farm cottage located on the stunning Bodnant Estate in Conwy, Wales. This pet-friendly cottage guarantees seclusion and stunning views. It features an open fire, exposed beams, wooden and slate floors, a bread oven, and glorious grounds ideal for wining and dining.
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
Llletty is a Grade II-listed stone farmhouse on the Bodnant Estate near Colwyn Bay in Conwy. The rural cottage has been lovingly restored, and its grounds include mature gardens, lawned areas, and a small Annexe. The pet-friendly property boasts an open fire and gorgeous views.
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
Welcome to Long Ing Farm, a charming large holiday home in Holmfirth, on the owner's working farm close to the breathtaking Peak District National Park. This stone-built detached Holmfirth holiday cottage is a treasure trove of character, featuring exposed beams, open eaves, and traditional furnishings that lend a warm and welcoming ambience.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
If you're looking for a unique and unforgettable coastal holiday experience, Longships is the perfect cottage for you. Located within the Lizard Lighthouse near Lizard Village in Cornwall, this spectacular seaside cottage offers breathtaking views over the ocean that you won't find anywhere else. With modern comforts, subtle decorations, and ample grounds for children and pets to explore, Longships is the perfect getaway for families or couples looking to relax and unwind by the sea. So why wait? Book your stay at Longships today and experience the beauty of Cornwall like never before!
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
Magna Cottage is a 300-year-old cottage with a thatched roof, abundant character, a large mature garden, and many homely comforts. The pet-friendly holiday cottage in a secluded corner of Dorset near Shaftesbury boasts an inglenook fireplace, contemporary style and beautiful views.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
Exposed beams and original features abound in Malham, a rural holiday cottage near Settle set within 150 acres of countryside in the Yorkshire Dales. Located in open countryside near Wigglesworth, Malham welcomes families and pets to enjoy modern comforts, an on-site restaurant, a games room and a heated swimming pool.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
Margaret's Cottage is a rural paradise located in the remote Swaledale countryside. The small house is dog-friendly and child-friendly and sleeps four. Enjoy picturesque views from the cosy sitting room of this secluded Yorkshire Dales Holiday Cottage in Low Row Village.
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
Meadows Edge once saw life as a reading room, and the detached cottage still offers couples a tranquil, romantic getaway in Holwick. Skilfully converted and boasting modern comforts, the pet-friendly, old stone barn features an upside-down design to capture the views of the Yorkshire Dales best.
- Sleeps 5
- Bedrooms 2
Miller’s House is a stone-built miller’s residence restored with modern comforts, providing a restful haven for families and pets near Tintagel in St Nectan’s Glen. Gorgeous gardens and a babbling stream in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty surround this rural holiday home in North Cornwall.
- Sleeps 12
- Bedrooms 6
Moortown House Farm is an elegant Georgian-listed manor on the edge of an AONB in Moortown. The large rural holiday cottage in Lincolnshire was built in 1816 and was designed by Sit Joseph Paxton. Rolling parkland and woodland surround the elegant property, which has luxurious furnishings, a tennis court, and country charm.